Craftsman 358.79101 Idle Speed Adjustment, Seasonal Storage, Fuel System, Internal Engine

Idle Speed Adjustment

Allow engine to idle. Adjust speed until engine runs without stalling (idle speed too slow).

•Turn idle speed screw clockwise to

increase engine speed if engine stalls or dies.

•Turn idle speed screw counterclock- wise to decrease engine speed.

idle Speed Screw

If you require further assistance or are unsure about performing this proce-

dure, contact your Sears Service Cen- ter or call our customer assistance

help line at 1-800-235-5878.

Air Filter Cover

4t_WARNING: Perform the follow- ing steps after each use:

•Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting.

•Store unit and fuel in a well venti-

lated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

•Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp ob- ject cannot accidentally cause injury.

•Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of sea-

son or if it will not be used for 30 days or more.

If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:

•Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage.

•Store in a clean dry area.

•Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA- TION section of this manual, see mes- sage labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine.

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alter- native in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel

tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 5 min- utes after adding stabilizer.

Craftsman ® 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) is already blended with fuel stabilizer. If you do not use this Sears oil, you can add a fuel stabilizer to your fuel tank.

INTERNAL ENGINE

•Remove spark plug and pour 1 tea- spoon of 40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through the spark plug

opening. Slowly pull the starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

•Replace spark plug with new one of recommended type and heat range.

•Clean air filter.

•Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts, and bolts. Replace any dam- aged, broken, or worn parts.

•At the beginning of the next season, use only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to oil ratio.

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one sea- son to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.

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